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Exam: IELTS

overanxious

IPA: /ˌoʊvərˈæŋkʃəs/

KK: /oʊvərˈæŋkʃəs/

adjective

Definition: Feeling very worried or nervous about something, more than is usual or necessary.

Example: She was overanxious about the upcoming exam, even though she had studied hard.

overarch

IPA: /ˌoʊ.vɚˈɑːrtʃ/

KK: /oʊvərˈɑːrtʃ/

transitive verb

Definition: To create an arch shape that covers or spans over something.

Example: The bridge overarches the river, providing a beautiful view.

overarching

IPA: /ˌoʊvərˈɑːrʧɪŋ/

KK: /oʊvərˈɑːrʧɪŋ/

adjective

Definition: Something that covers or includes everything else; it is the main idea or theme that connects various parts together.

Example: The overarching theme of the conference was sustainability in urban development.

overarousal

IPA: /ˌoʊvərˈɑːrəl/

KK: /oʊvərˈɑːrəl/

noun

Definition: A state of being excessively excited or stimulated, often leading to heightened emotional or physical responses.

Example: The athlete experienced overarousal before the big game, making it difficult to focus.

overawe

IPA: /ˌoʊvərˈɔ/

KK: /oʊvərɔ/

transitive verb

Definition: To impress someone greatly, often causing them to feel a mix of fear and admiration.

Example: The breathtaking view of the mountains overawed the tourists.

overbalance

IPA: /ˈoʊvərˌbæl.əns/

KK: /ˈoʊvərˌbæləns/

noun

Definition: A situation where there is too much weight or quantity on one side, causing an imbalance.

Example: The overbalance of the load caused the truck to tip over.

transitive verb

Definition: To cause something to become unsteady or to tip over by having more weight or influence than it can support.

Example: The heavy backpack caused him to overbalance and fall.

overbear

IPA: /ˌoʊvərˈbɛr/

KK: /oʊvərˈbɛr/

intransitive verb

Definition: To produce or yield an excessive amount of fruit or offspring.

Example: The apple tree tends to overbear in the spring, resulting in a heavy harvest.

transitive verb

Definition: To dominate or have more influence than something else, often by using force or pressure.

Example: The heavy rain overbore the small tent, causing it to collapse.

overbearing

IPA: /ˌoʊvərˈbɛrɪŋ/

KK: /oʊvərˈbɛrɪŋ/

adjective

Definition: Someone who is overly controlling or bossy, often making others feel uncomfortable or inferior.

Example: His overbearing attitude made it difficult for anyone to express their opinions.

overbearingly

IPA: /ˌoʊvərˈbɛrɪŋli/

KK: /oʊvərˈbɛrɪŋli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that is excessively domineering or controlling, often to the point of being oppressive or intolerant.

Example: She spoke overbearingly, making it clear that she would not accept any disagreement.

overblow

IPA: /ˈoʊvərˌbloʊ/

KK: /ˈoʊvərbloʊ/

transitive verb

Definition: To exaggerate or make something seem more important or serious than it really is.

Example: The media tends to overblow minor incidents to attract more viewers.

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